According to the Orthodox faith, a fire has descended in Jerusalem. Prior to that, the Arab Orthodox Christians held a noisy procession in the town, which is one of the essential preconditions for the fire descend.

The holy fire from Jerusalem will be traditionally brought to Bethlehem, the first Savior"s births place , and then spread to all Orthodox countries.

The security measures in Jerusalem have been tightened. In addition to the hundreds of police officers, border guard officers are mobilized in the streets.